i24NEWS Debuts Hebrew Channel, Welcomes Veteran Zvika Yehezkeli
This addition complements i24NEWS's existing English, French, and Arabic channels.
i24NEWS is broadening its reach in the Israeli media landscape with the launch of a new Hebrew channel, aiming to provide tailored news coverage directly to Hebrew-speaking audiences. This addition complements i24NEWS's existing English, French, and Arabic channels and marks a significant expansion since its founding in 2013 by French-Israeli businessman Patrick Drahi.
The launch of the Hebrew channel is accompanied by the notable recruitment of veteran journalist Zvika Yehezkeli, formerly of News 13. Yehezkeli's move comes after a reflective period spurred by the October 7th tragedy, prompting his shift to a platform with a global perspective.
i24NEWS, headquartered in Jaffa Port, Tel Aviv, seeks to offer balanced news coverage and a diverse array of perspectives, reflecting its commitment to addressing complex regional issues. With Yehezkeli's extensive experience in Arab affairs, the new channel is poised to deepen its engagement with crucial geopolitical topics.
This launch is seen as an attempt to provide a more balanced viewpoint in the Israeli media environment, where channels such as KAN 11, Channel 12, and Channel 13 are often perceived as leaning left, while Channel 14 is seen as far-right. i24NEWS aims to establish itself as a centrist alternative, offering nuanced and comprehensive reporting free from the polarizing influences dominating other channels.
